Watersheds Pretest

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What is an estuary?

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A partially enclosed body of water where freshwater and saltwater mix.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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A non-living component of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, or minerals.

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What is a watershed?

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An area of land that drains into a river system.

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What is the mouth of a river?

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The end of a river where it flows into a larger body of water.

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What is the source of a river?

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The starting point of a river, often found in mountains or hills.

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Which watershed do we live in?

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Chesapeake Bay.

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What is the difference between freshwater and saltwater?

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Freshwater has low salt concentration, while saltwater has high salt concentration.

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What role do wetlands play in a watershed?

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Wetlands help filter pollutants, provide habitat, and store floodwaters.

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What is the significance of the Gulf of Mexico in terms of watersheds?

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It is a major watershed that collects water from various rivers and streams.

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How do human activities impact watersheds?

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Human activities can lead to pollution, habitat destruction, and altered water flow.